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This is an exciting opportunity to join an established business as Catering Head Chef for a residential university college located in Kingsford NSW. We are seeking an experienced chef to join and lead the team in a fun and dynamic environment and manage the kitchen operations in line with industry standards.
Our commercial kitchen operates seven days a week, serving breakfast, lunch and dinner, as well as catering for events throughout the academic year.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Menu Planning
- Purchasing / stock control
- Adhering to industry standards of Work, Health and Safety
- Staff training and development
- Run the kitchen operations, decrease turnaround times and streamline work processes
- Labour and Food cost control
- Ensure accurate implementation of allergy awareness controls
PROFILE
- Reliable and punctual
- Excellent organisational skills, able to prioritise workloads
- Effective time management skills
- Able to work both autonomously and in a team environment
- Flexibility to perform shift work
- Able to work under pressure and stay calm in difficult situations
- Good communication skills
Knowledge & Experience:
- Methods, materials, and practices of volume food preparation.
- Health and safety standards utilised in a food service operation
- Inventory and ordering methods
- Menu planning and costing, budgeting skills
- Training and supervising catering staff
- Understanding of dietary requirements
- Minimum Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery qualification
- Food Safety/Hygiene certification
- Experience leading catering operation
- Demonstrated ability to lead a team
- Computer skills
If you are a skilled Chef with a passion for the catering industry, staff training and development and a dedication to maintaining high standards, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity.
